AUCTION 43: ANTIQUE ARMS AND ARMOR

AN OTTOMAN EMPIRE CHAINMAIL SHIRT, 17TH CEN.

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Start price: $500

Estimated price: $800 - $1,100

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A remarkably preserved Ottoman chainmail shirt from the 17th century. The chain links have a light patina and still articulate well. Leather fasteners and cloth padding are present around the neck but could be later additions.

Condition: Very good for its age. Vast majority of links still intact and free of rust. Cloth at back of neck is age-worn but intact.